India’s oldest train, started operations 158 years ago, has a deep connection with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, runs between Howrah and…

New Delhi: Indian Railways, under the Narendra Modi government, has witnessed a massive transformation. In the last ten years, the government has implemented a slew of programs that have made passengers’ travelling experience comfortable and convenient. Indian Railways, often regarded as the backbone of the nation’s economy and connectivity, transports millions of people across the country every day. It is important to note that around 3,000 express trains operate daily in India, carrying countless passengers.

But most of Indians do not know when, on which railway line, and in which city the first passenger train in India ran.

India’s First Train

The Indian Railways has a history of over 160 years. The first passenger train ran on April 16, 1853, from Porbandar to Mumbai’s Thane. This historic train marked the beginning of railway services in India, which has since grown to become the world’s fourth-largest rail network. Have you ever wondered how old the train you’re traveling on is? It could be one of the oldest in the country or among the newest models.

Today, in this article, we’ll tell you about the train that has been running for the past 150 years and remains one of the most in-demand.

All You Need to Know:

• The Howrah–Kalka Mail holds the distinction of being India’s oldest passenger train
• The train started its service 158 years ago.
• This train connects Howrah in Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, to Kalka in the Panchkula district of Haryana.
• The first train to run between Howrah and Delhi was the Howrah–Peshawar Express, which began service on January 1, 1866. Later, in 1891, it was extended from Delhi to Kalka.

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